Lohri is celebrated every year on 13 January on day before makar Sankranti.
Why Lohri is celebrated ?
- It celebrates harvest season and thanks nature for abundance.
- It marks the sun journey towards the northern hemisphere.
- It is considered especially auspicious for newly weds and new borns.
How is lohri Celebrated ?
- People light a 🔥bonfire which heart of lohri celebrations.
- They go around the fire sings folk songs and often til ( sesame seeds), jaggery, peanuts , popcorn and rewari to the flame.
- Traditional dance like Bhangra,and gidda are performed.
- Families and communities come together to share food, joy.
Traditional food
- Makki ki Roti
- Sarson ka saag
- Til gur sweets
- peanuts, popcorn, rewari,gajak
Cultural Significance
Lohri symbolises warmth, unity, prosperity and gratitude. It strengthens social bonds and keep alive . The rich folk traditions of Punjab.
A popular legend linked with lohri is that of Dulla Bhatti ,a Punjabi folk hero known for helping poor girls get married . people sing a song praising his bravery during lohri celebrations .